Examines living arrangements as both an outcome of previous lifestyle, and as an antecedent for other events. Findings indicate that despite their much lower incomes, not-presently-married women live in housing of considerably higher quality than do men in comparable marital statuses and living arrangements. (Author)

Studied older male suicides as more often perceived by survivors as being physically ill, whereas older female suicides were more often seen as having a mental disorder. Older suicides typically use very lethal means and are less likely to have been involved with alcohol, drugs, or violence than younger suicides. (Author)

Population statistics and changing life styles portend dramatic changes for professional personnel managers in the next two decades. The impact of these changes is anticipated in four functional areas of personnel management: (1) recruiting, selection, and placement; (2) employee relations; (3) compensation and benefits; and (4) management…

Couples' motivation for trying role sharing was most often to realize practical benefits rather than to realize an ideological commitment to feminism. Most couples enjoyed greater independence and opportunities for self-development. Problems included domestic skills and career conflicts. (JAC)

Triage is unique because it includes several functions under a single health care delivery model. Clients' morale improved with their sense of control. Family support systems were enhanced. Costs were reasonable as was the reimbursement system. (JAC)

Past and present nutrition education efforts are described and issues to be considered in evaluating the effectiveness of nutrition education are discussed. (JD)

Describes a study conducted regarding the reading preferences of older adults. Noninstitutionalized older adults tend to read to gain knowledge; those who are institutionalized tend to read primarily to pass time. Suggestions, such as including large-print books, are listed to improve the reading habits of both groups. (CT)

Surveys empirical research with regard to cohabitation. The major consequences of cohabitation are identified for five groups: (1) never-married cohabiting couples; (2) children of cohabitants; (3) society; (4) previously married cohabitating couples; and (5) elderly cohabitants. Current legal trends are also discussed and recommendations for…

Consequences of singlehood are analyzed for never-married persons. Highly-educated older women are most likely to remain single. Family background is not a predictor. Although the never-married find life more exciting than other marital statuses among younger respondents, this reverses in later life. Never-marrieds are also less happy than the…

Adults living with unrelated adults of the opposite sex are contrasted with married couples living together. Couples living together without marriage are most likely to be residing in large metropolitan areas, and are characterized by relatively low income levels and high unemployment. The increase in adults living with an unrelated person of the…

The past decade featured contributions by Indian novelists, short story writers, and poets that have the potential of becoming true national Indian literature. Article comments on some of the more prominent works by Indian writers in the 1970s. (DS)

Provides model guidance services to all educational levels and, at the secondary level, focuses its attention on career and life-style issues. The aim of the institute's activity is helping students understand students' cognitive, affective, psychomotor, and psychosocial needs. (Author)

Results of a survey by the Gallup Organization, Inc., commissioned by the Miami Valley (Ohio) Young Adult Ministry and released at Wright State University, show that young Americans essentially have confidence in the basic American ideas and institutions, such as organized religion, the future of the U.S., free enterprise, labor unions, business…

Examines the older adult's views and changing attitudes toward life and death as seen through the writings of Archibald MacLeish. Briefly makes note of what adult educators should be aware of in working with older adults. (SH)

A life planning Workshop is described in terms of four basic questions, i.e., where am I, what am I, what do I want to be, and how do I get there. (Author)